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  • Cognitive Science
  • Computational Neuroscience
  • Psychology

Background:

  • The definition and application of 'process model' lack consensus in scientific literature.
  • Existing models often focus on inputs and outputs, neglecting the internal transformations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a framework for characterizing and constructing cognitive process models.
  • To establish clear dimensions for defining and evaluating process models.
  • To resolve debates regarding the classification of models within cognitive science.

Main Methods:

  • Defining key dimensions for process models: scope, levels of abstraction, hypothesized mental transformations, and predictive capabilities.
  • Ensuring model predictions are derivable from inputs without reverse inference from outputs.
  • Verifying that proposed transformations align with current understanding of human cognitive capacities.

Main Results:

  • A comprehensive framework for cognitive process models is presented.
  • The framework specifies conceptual scope across input, mental events, and behavior.
  • Models are characterized by their ability to predict processes from inputs.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed framework offers a guideline for developing and refining cognitive process models.
  • It provides a basis for empirical testing and model comparison.
  • This framework can advance discussions on model categorization in cognitive science.